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Inventec Linux Tablet PC Video Demo
I posted up about the Inventec prototype Linux Tablet PC a few hours ago. Here’s video I shot at the Qualcomm booth where the rep demonstrated the tablet pc and touch.
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Hands On Video Of the OQO Model 2+
Earlier this evening, I spent some time with OQO’s Bob Rosin and got some hands-on time with the their new Model 2+. The OQO Model 2+ is available in two configurations: Standard 1.33 ghz model at $999 and Advanced 1.86 ghz model at $1499. After viewing this video, be sure to look at our close up pictures, first impressions, and specs, too. Continue reading
Asus Shows Off Origami-like Folding Touch Screen
This we gotta see. It looks and sounds like Asus is ready to rumble here at CES 2009. They’ve already showed off some impressive stuff, and this concept touch screen folds in an Origami-like interesting way. Keep in mind this is a concept.
Check out the video on Engadget (no embed link available.)
Touch Sensitive Products Dominate CES Unveiled
Tonight, Rob, Sierra and I were at CES Unveiled and noticed that a significant number of manufacturers are incorporating touch technology in their latest and greatest releases. It seemed as though you couldn’t walk around the Unveiled show floor without being within eyesight of another touch sensitive product. The usual suspects are all in on the touchy fun: MSI has their new NetOn touchscreen all-in-one desktop computer, Asus is expanding their EEE PC line with resistive touchscreen tablets in both 8.9″ and 10″ varieties, Lenovo has their tablet with touch, Logitech has their touch-based universal remote… and the list goes on and on.
Asus Eee PC Touch Tablets On Video
We got an Asus rep to show off their Asus Eee PC tablet prototypes - both the 10″ and 8.9″ - they wouldn’t turn them on, but you get to see the keyboards better and in more action than photos.
No word on release date or price, but the rep is clearly excited about their new tablet netbooks.
The Intel Convertible Classmate Hands On
Adrian Covert at Gizmodo got an opportunity to go hands on with a prototype of Intel Convertible Classmate and has posted up some interesting thoughts. Overall Adrian was impressed with the build quality and how Intel has incorporated hardware and software together to optimize the experience. That said, he points up some interesting facts about the touchscreen:
GBM InkShow: Fujitsu N7010 and Secondary Display
We don’t look at a lot of 16″ laptops here at GottaBeMobile.com; but, when Fujitsu offered to send me their Lifebook N7010, which features an integrated secondary touch screen, I couldn’t resist a peek.
Lenovo’s X200 Tablet and X200 Tablet With Touch Go Head to Head
X200 Tablet on left, X200 Tablet with Touch on right
I have the distinct pleasure of having both a Lenovo x200 Tablet and a Lenovo X200 Tablet with Touch to compare against. I’ll be taking the touch version to CES with me, so I wanted to see how they stacked up against each other to ensure I made the right decision. The big differences between the two machines is the screen: touch vs non-touch, flush bezel vs regular bezel, SuperBright vs regular.
I’ve run some benchmarks, taken weight measurements, and taken some comparison pictures. Here are my general impressions:
Yes, the Intel Classmate Will Be at CES2009
We’ve known Intel’s Convertible Classmate was coming in 2009 (Truc posted on this awhile back.) But now we have confirmation. Joanna at Laptop Mag had a chat with Intel and she seems impressed with how Intel has tuned up the software and some of the touch applications.
MSNBC Examines Popular Touch Technology
An article by Scott Taves at MSNBC highlights current touchscreen technology used in cell phones. Although the article focuses primarily on popular touch phones, the technology described is the same as that used in some Tablet PCs, Internet Tablets, and MIDs. The article is a good, quick read if you’re curious about how touch technology works and want to learn more. In a nutshell:
- Resistive Touchscreens
- Are cheaper, have been used more often, and are dependable.
- Rely on pressure to activate programs, buttons.
- Usually have several layers with the outermost layer consisting of a flexible, durable plastic. Continue reading
Benchmarking 2nd Try: HP tx2051 vs tx2525
As you know, about a week ago I did some benchmarking on the two HP units I have, the tx2051 and the tx2525. The benchmarking results were a little weird and a few people in the comments suggested a run after a default factory install. So, after 2 clean(not clean, but ‘factory defaults’) installs I ran the tests again… This time they are a little hard to look at again! I’m not too sure what to make of the results but note the differences. The tx2051, the winner (yes, the old one), has a faster processor and 1 additional gig of memory. The tx2525 has a better graphics card and those results can been seen in the test results. I didn’t do a process by process comparison, but the installs appeared to be relatively close in processes and base programs installs. Both systems were taken through the full Windows Update process as well as the HP software updates. Any other questions shoot them off. It’s Saturday afternoon and up next is a Battery Eater test! Click the read more for the specs and images of the benchmarking results.
Lenovo X200 Touch Tablet PC Arrives
Lenovo just sent me their X200 Tablet PC with touch support to use during our coverage of CES 2009. Look for some review InkShows and comparison posts in the coming days and weeks.
Lenovo is also outfitting the rest of the team with various Lenovo solutions:
- Rob: X200 Tablet PC with Touch
- Warner: X200 Tablet PC
- Matt: X301 notebook
- Truc: X200 Tablet PC
- Sierra: S10 Netbook
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GBM InkShow: HP TouchSmart Video Review
If I could buy one thing for my family this Christmas, it would be HP’s TouchSmart PC. From the finish of the design to the well implemented touch applications, HP nailed the entire experience. My family and friends have totally gotten into the TouchSmart and will be sad to see me ship this off to our HP Magic Giveaway winner. The experience is solidly done, natural, and sets the bar for what we should come to expect in future all-in-one PCs.
Get Ready for the CES 2009 Tablet PC and Touch Community Meetup!
We’re getting closer and closer to CES 2009 and you know what that means. It’s party time! The 2009 CES Tablet PC and Touch Community Meetup is getting planned and this should be definitely showing up on your agenda. There’s no location named yet, but there is a date and time: Saturday, January 10, 2009 between 3pm and 6pm.
As usual the hostess with the mostess, Lora Heiny, is putting out the word and asking folks to sign up. This year the RSVP is on Facebook. (Here’s the link.)